The Town of Canmore
A Former Secret Gem
Canmore offers a far more relaxed base from which to visit the Canadian Rockies and is often considered the “locals” town with a vibrant year-round population. The former coal mine town is now home to climbers, athletes, and an active community. Since hosting the 1988 Olympic Winter Games, the town has become a resort community with many visitor services.
It’s arguably one of the most beautiful towns in the world, and an afternoon spent strolling the Bow River never feels dull. The valley, carved by glaciers during the ice age, is dramatic, with high mountain walls that flank the town. We often see visitors snapping photos from the local market parking lot because the views here are surreal. Canmore is a dream destination for outdoor fanatics.
The Best Things To Do in Canmore
The small Canadian mountain town has plenty to offer visitors, including many attractions, great restaurants, hiking and biking trails, and stunning views. There are so many activities in Canmore and the surrounding region that it’s hard to get bored.
Popular Posts About Canmore
The Best Canmore Hikes
The town’s locals and visitors are fortunate to have a wide selection of walks, hikes, and mountains to scramble. Canmore has around 70km of trails in town and is surrounded by many peaks that form the Bow Valley. In our opinion, Canmore is one of the best bases in the world for hiking and scrambling.
What To Eat
Where To Stay
Canmore makes for an excellent base to explore the Canadian Rockies! That includes the neighboring national and provincial parks. It’s only 15 minutes from Banff and is far less busy.
How To Get Here!
Learn more about getting to Canmore from Calgary. The city sits in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies and serves as a tremendous gateway.
More Awesome Things To Do In Canmore
Biking Around Canmore
If you want to find us on the average afternoon there’s a good chance it would be on our bikes. Canmore has some awesome bikes trails.
Where To Go SUP
What’s great is that you don’t have to own one yourself; you can rent one from several locations in town. We love to turn to the lakes for some relaxation.
Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park
A trip here is considered one of the finest backcountry trips in the Canadian Rockies. For many there journey starts in Canmore
Ha Ling Peak
How to climb this iconic peak! It’s considered a classic by locals and just about everyone has clambered up to the top at some point.
Canyoning In Heart Creek
For a thrilling adventure, take a plunge into canyoning just outside Canmore.
Rat’s Nest Caving Tour
The Rat’s Nest Cave sits just above the town. A tour is certainly a unique experience.
Canmore Float Tour
Take a scenic float down the Bow River to take in the views.
Moraine Lake Shuttle
Save yourself the hassle of dealing the parking and shuttles.
